In this workshop, we will build a simple cuff with a stone. You will have stones to choose from and we will be working with half round sterling silver for the cuff. You can use the hammered texture or leave the cuff plain. Either looks beautiful. We will not be stamping the cuffs due to time. This class is designed to be taught with six students so you will have four hours to complete the piece.
You do not need any experience with metalsmithing to take this class.
Tuition cost: $165
material costs: depends on market value of sterling silver. Expect to pay anywhere from $40 to $55 for sterling and $10 to $35 for stone choice.
This workshop is located at my shop in the sweet little town of Walhalla, SC. We are a short walking distance to a coffee shop, restaurants and food trucks, a brewery and cool places to stay a night or two. We are at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains so if you are an outdoor enthusiast, there is plenty to do and see.
What to expect:
You will have your own workstation with your own tools provided by me.
I have room to accommodate six students. There are three flex shafts that are placed between each two students for easy access. We use acetylene torches.
Please bring your own mouth/nose protection. I have a good ventilation system when soldering, but having a face mask (cloth mask like we all used during Covid times is fine) or respirator is necessary when working with the flex shafts.
Schedule:
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12 pm - 4 pm
Workshop Location:
Shop Address: 102 S Catherine Street, Walhalla, SC 29691. The workshop is located on the right of a one-way street. There is plenty of parking on the left side of the street (you can’t miss it!).
This workshop is located at my shop in the sweet little town of Walhalla, SC. We are a short walking distance to a coffee shop, restaurants and food trucks, a brewery and cool places to stay a night or two. We are at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains so if you are an outdoor enthusiast, there is plenty to do and see.
Nearby airports:
- Greenville/Spartanburg International GSP - 1.25 hour drive from the workshop
- Asheville Regional AVL - 1.75 hour drive to workshop (scenic drive!)
- Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International ATL - 2.5 hour drive
Accommodations:
There are a few options for Airbnb’s in town. There is camping nearby on the Chattooga River and other great places to call home. Please reach out if you need more info about camping. If you do book an Airbnb, I recommend Walhalla, Mountain Rest, Westminster, Long Creek and Seneca. These are the closest towns to the workshop. There are hotels nearby, just make sure you check drive time to those.
I find this link very useful for lodging, food and things to do in the area: visitoconeesc.com
Cancellation Policy:
If you choose to cancel your spot 30 days or more prior to the class, you will be refunded 75% of the cost of the class. The class is non-refundable within 30 days of the scheduled class, unless I can find someone to fill your spot. You will still only receive 75% of the course fee, even if I can find someone to fill your place. I will refund you 100% if I need to cancel the class or reschedule to a date you can’t make.